Controller

Description

The Controller is a functional trailblazer, continuous learner and leads the way in managing core accounting & financial operations, including all day-to-day accounting operations,, month-end close, complex multi-state payroll, FP&A, budgeting and C-Suite executive support. 

This position also has a strong focus in building the accounting team personnel and process/system optimization, as we look to significantly scale the organization. 

As the right hand to the CFO, the Controller will play an essential role in supporting critical business decisions that shape the future of our dynamic, growth-oriented organization.

FTS Core Virtues: As part of the accounting & finance team, the Controller will continuously exude the following FTS Core Virtues:

• Trust | Be Yourself | Community  | Ownership | Think “Better”

Benefits:

• Great healthcare, dental, and vision plans with employer contribution.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employer-paid life insurance coverage.
• Unlimited PTO & paid holidays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead All Day-to-Day Accounting Operations Including: General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Invoicing,      Collections, Payroll, etc. 
• Month-End Close: Drive the month-end close process, ensuring all financial transactions are recorded accurately and      promptly. Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulatory requirements.
• Financial Reporting & FP&A: Support CFO to prepare, analyze, and review financial reports to      provide insights into the company's financial status. Support leadership by providing clear variance analysis and financial insights to aid in decision-making.
• Budgeting: Run point on continuous budget management and annual budget planning process.
• Process Optimization and Continuous Improvement: Continuously analyze and refine financial processes to ensure      efficiency, improve internal controls, and address discrepancies. Be a  leader in driving changes that enhance operational efficiency, compliance      and scalability.
• Manage Multi-State Payroll: Oversee and manage the processing of payroll for employees in multiple states, ensuring      compliance with state-specific tax regulations, deductions, and reporting requirements. Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing, including employee salaries, bonuses, commissions, and benefits.
• Executive Decision-Making Support: Act as a key advisor to the CFO and executive leadership team,  providing financial insights and analysis to support key business decisions. Collaborate with the executive team on financial strategy,  growth initiatives, and risk management.
• Financial System Management: Oversee accounting software and financial reporting tools, ensuring system data integrity and resolving issues that may arise.
• Special Projects & Ad Hoc Support: Provide financial support and insights for special projects as  needed, collaborating with senior leadership to make strategic decisions based on financial data.
• Cash Management & Treasury: Support CFO in daily cash position reporting, bank reconciliations, cash forecasting, treasury      functions, etc.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• CPA Certification a plus
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (V-lookups, Macros, pivot tables) and accounting software 
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards, especially in payroll, month-end close, and compliance.
• Excellent communication skills  and the ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented  environment.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of  the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, and talk or  hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.